Anaplan Associate

Spaulding Ridge is an advisory and IT implementation firm. We help global organizations get financial clarity into the complex, daily sales, and operational decisions that impact profitable revenue generations, efficient operational performance, and reliable financial management. At Spaulding Ridge, we believe all business is personal. Core to our values is our relationships with our clients, our business partners, our team, and the global community. Our employees dedicate their time to helping our clients transform their business, from strategy through implementation and business transformation.    What You Will Do and Learn We are looking for an  Anaplan Associate  to join our Anaplan Delivery Team! As an Anaplan Associate , you will help some of the world’s most well-known organizations solve business challenges through Enterprise Performance Management. With the opportunity to build your Anaplan expertise by obtaining recognized certifications, you will implement Anaplan as a ‘Best in Cloud’ solution for Finance, Supply Chain and Sales. Ideal candidates will be able to: Interact directly with clients to extract their needs Translate existing solutions, spreadsheets, and business problems into sophisticated Anaplan multi-dimensional models. Functional Knowledge of Financial Planning & Analysis processes, Supply chain, Sales performance management or workforce planning. Analyze customer needs, design, configure, and test customer solutions Maintain effective working relationships with team members Mentor Analysts with domain knowledge and configuration questions Assist with configuration reviews to provide useful feedback Contribute to project and team documentation Deliver Anaplan training to our clients Stay current with latest Anaplan technologies and best practices within the industry   Qualifications: 5-7 years of exp with minimum 5 years of hands-on Modelling Experience in Anaplan (with exposure to a minimum of 2 end-to-end implementations on Anaplan) focused on either FP&A, SCM or SPM uses cases 4+ years hands on modeling experience in Anaplan projects, including implementations, upgrades, roll outs and/or support. Experience with enterprise performance management, digital transformation, enabling big data / cloud-based analytics strategies (preferred) Deep domain and solutioning background with ability to take charge of detailed architecture designs in either or combination of the following: FP&A, SCM or SPM. Deep understanding of multi-dimensional modeling, and experience in translating business requirements Curious individual with strong initiative and ability to work in a self-directed environment. Willingness to learn and ramp-up in new technologies and business functions. Ability to have direct discussions with stakeholders to understand their needs and then design, develop, maintain, and elaborate planning models.  Proficient with Excel spreadsheet modeling, Excel formulas and functions Demonstrated ability to innovate and drive change. Team player who possesses strong quantitative and analytical skills, has experience building financial models and enjoys solving and streamlining complex business problems. Enjoys detailed and challenging puzzles, thrives in a fast-paced dynamic environment, and possesses the aptitude to work independently. Experience working in an onshore-offshore development model. Excellent communication skills with the ability to switch contexts between highly technical and business-focused topics quickly and easily. Someone that embraces diversity, and values people not just for what they do but who they are. We take care of you! As an employee of Spaulding Ridge, you will part of a company that is providing innovative opportunities to impact our clients in a meaningful way.  We believe giving back is core to our values and as part of this effort, you will be given the opportunity to participate in different opportunities throughout the year including SR’s day of service, giving back to our global community.  Here are some our great perks and top benefits to highlight: Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and accidental cover Flexible Time Off Paid holiday time Paid maternity and paternity leave Monthly technology, wellness, internet, and meal allowance Annual training allowance program     Spaulding Ridge’s Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace  When we engage the expertise, insights, and creativity of people from all walks of life, we become a better organization, we deliver superior services to clients, and we transform our communities and world for the better. At Spaulding Ridge, we believe our team should reflect the rich diversity of society and we take seriously the responsibility to cultivate a workplace where every bandmate feels accepted, respected, and valued for who they are. We do this by creating a culture of trust and belonging, through practices and policies that support inclusion, and through our employee led Employee Resource Groups (ERGs): CRE (Cultural Race and Ethnicity), Women Elevate, PROUD and Mental Wellness Alliance. The company is committed to offering Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with Spaulding Ridge and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to our VP of Human Resources, Cara Halladay ( challaday@spauldingridge.com ). Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.